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• » Childhood Obesity Rates Remain High in PA
  Obesity remains a critical issue among Pennsylvania's young residents despite continuing efforts to lower the rates.
• » What Can You Do to Lose Weight?
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• » Resources on Childhood Obesity
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• » Tools for Calculating Body Mass Index (BMI)
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• » Statewide Poll Shows Majority of Pennsylvanians Struggle to Lead Healthy Lifestyles
  Time and willpower prove to be major obstacles to eating right and exercising.
• » Overweight and Obesity Resources for Physicians and Consumers
  Links to clinical information, patient education materials and other resources for treating and managing overweight and obesity.